Traveling Superintendent

Arco1; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

ESOP

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship for associates’ children

Sabbatical after five years

Job summary

ARCO is seeking a hands-on Construction Manager to lead HVAC-heavy commercial/industrial projects in the Dallas area. You will coordinate subcontractors, manage schedules, review drawings, and ensure safety and quality.

The role emphasizes leadership, proactive problem-solving, and strong communication with owners and architects. The role requires 5–25 years in construction, a related degree or OSHA cert, Procore/MS Project experience, and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 5–25 years of construction experience, HVAC-heavy projects preferred.
• Experience coordinating HVAC and mechanical scopes including ductwork and equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, submittals, RFIs, and installation requirements.
• Experience with trade coordination and resolving field conflicts.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, and project scheduling software.
• OSHA certification and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Attend post-award reviews and receive project information for preplanning.
• Prepare schedules, organization structure, staffing, and equipment needs.
• Direct construction activities to meet specs and schedule while maximizing profit.
• Coordinate subcontractors and integrate with project plans and progress.
• Maintain daily diary and report progress, plans, and risks to management.
• Ensure adherence to safety programs and quality standards across the site.

Skills

Leadership

HVAC coordination

Construction management

Project scheduling

Travel readiness

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

OSHA certification

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Word

Excel

Outlook

Driver's license

Job description

Do you have an extreme commitment to safety? Are you a hard-working leader who never settles for less than superior quality? Do you prefer to manage the construction process from outside the trailer? If the answer is “Yes!” then we have an exciting, long-term career opportunity for you.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Attend the post-award review meeting to receive project information and details for preplanningbefore construction
• Participate with the project manager in preparing a schedule of construction activities and theirsequence, the organization structure, staff selection, and the manpower and constructionequipment requirements of the project
• Direct and control the total construction project to meet specifications and within the allotted timeschedule in an efficient manner to produce the expected profit –
• Assist the project manager/engineer in their duties including prompt shipmentof materials and permanent equipment and obtaining approvals of shop drawings and materialsamples
• Coordinate the activities of subcontractors to permit them to perform their work effectively and tointegrate it with project schedules and progress
• Inform all supervisors and subcontractors promptly of any construction schedule changes
• Assist in the preparation of all job progress and cost reports to accurately reflect actual costs
• Review and approve all requisitions, field purchase orders, invoices, and other significant reportsand documents
• Cooperate with the owner and his representatives, keeping them informed of constructionprogress
• Cooperate with architects or owner representatives on an amicable basis, but in the long-terminterest of the company
• Hold job site meetings with the project manager and the regional manager
• Report regularly to the project manager to keep them constantly informed on job progress, plans,and problems that could significantly affect costs or schedules
• Maintain a daily diary to permanently record all significant project facts, events, conditions,visitors, owner representative contacts, commitments, agreements, and approvals
• Direct adherence to the company’s safety program in all phases and areas of the project
• Organize people, tools, and equipment and plan/manage multiple activities to accomplishdesired results
• Demonstrate leadership skills with ability and willingness to face challenges, direct others, andeffectively address conflict
• Exhibit commitment to quality by evaluating project-related processes, making necessary changes, using customer input to make improvements, and meeting/exceeding internal and external customer expectations
• Act in a manner of integrity that shows support for the company, its values, and the employees while maintaining a constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

• 5–25 years of construction experience.
• 5+ years of construction experience working on HVAC-heavy commercial or industrial projects; OR A degree in construction management, engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience coordinating HVAC and mechanical scopes, including ductwork, piping, equipment setting, and mechanical system installation.
• Experience managing HVAC subcontractors, coordinating trade sequencing, and resolving field conflicts involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, and architectural scopes.
• Familiarity with mechanical drawings, specifications, equipment submittals, RFIs, and installation requirements.
• Experience coordinating HVAC equipment delivery, installation, startup, testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB), and commissioning activities.
• Ability to identify potential mechanical scope conflicts, schedule constraints, and installation issues before they affect project milestones.
• Understanding of HVAC quality control requirements, jobsite safety procedures, and applicable construction codes and standards.
• Experience coordinating with project managers, engineers, design teams, commissioning agents, and owners to support successful project execution.
• Computer skills: proficiency in using Word, Excel, Outlook, and project scheduling programs.
• Experience with construction management software such as Procore is preferred.
• OSHA certification and familiarity with safety protocols.
• Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in your state of residence.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including but not limited to standing or walking for long periods of time, occasionally on uneven terrain, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and/or lifting heavy loads of up to 50 pounds.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

We are pleased to provide our associates with a holistic compensation and benefits package which includes:

• Vehicle allowance, per diem, and living expenses on traveling jobs
• An airplane ticket home every 2 weeks when traveling
• Business expenses and mileage reimbursement
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401k
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
• 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Paid parental leave

At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are proud to be a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR’s Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is “Yes!” we look forward to meeting you.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO’s Human Resources team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers. Agencies must have a fully executed vendor agreement in place as well as written approval to submit candidates from an ARCO TA Manager for a specific position before submitting candidates.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER